HERS Coordinator
Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large-scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.
Purpose of the role
Colas Ltd is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HERS Coordinator to join our Area 9 Maintenance & Response contract team, supporting operations on behalf of National Highways. This role plays a key role in ensuring compliance with HERS (Highways Electrical Registration Scheme) accreditation for both our Technology and Electrical teams.
Main Responsibilities
In this role, the HERS Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining and managing the HERS database to ensure all records are accurate and up to date. You will coordinate with the Learning & Development team to arrange relevant training courses and ensure that periodic reviews and assessments are completed in line with HERS requirements. Working closely with HERS Qualified Supervisors, you will support ongoing compliance across both the Technology and Electrical teams. Additionally, you will prepare reports and documentation as needed, assist with administrative task management, and ensure health and safety standards are upheld at all times. You’ll also be expected to identify potential innovations and improvements in maintenance delivery, proactively sharing these with the management team. This role requires a proactive, organised individual who can support continuous improvement while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. Ensure all activities are undertaken with due regard for the environment, to prevent pollution, comply with legal and corporate requirements and minimise environmental impact.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a similar coordinator / administrative role. If you have any knowledge and best practice relating to national Highways Motorway and trunk road communications and electrical systems would be advantageous. You will have the ability and passion to learn and keep up to date with changes in highways technology and electrical standards and required statutory legislation.
You will be self-motivated, well organised, have a good attention to detail and it is essential that you are proficient in using MS Offices such as Excel and Word. A full UK driving licence due to the location of the base depot. Full training will be provided for understanding the HERS accreditation.
Package Description
Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including:
- A salary between £24,000 and £27,000
- Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
- Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
- 25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays - (dependent on days worked, this is based on 5 days a week
- Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
- Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
- Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
- Ongoing personal / professional development
- Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal
At Colas, our culture is guided by four core values: Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, and Sharing. These values shape how we work, collaborate, and grow together. We believe that respect is the foundation of every relationship. By treating others as we wish to be treated, we foster fairness, transparency, and inclusion within our teams and with our clients, communities, and partners. Commitment means dedicating ourselves fully to everything we do. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. With a pioneering spirit, we prioritise bold innovation over blind ambition. We welcome new ideas, invest in our people, and work to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that shape the future. Through sharing, we build trust and solidarity, encouraging collaboration and growth at all levels of the business.
Colas Ltd is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you want a workplace where your voice is valued and your potential is developed, Colas is the right choice.
Note to Recruitment Agencies
In line with our Company Policy, Colas Ltd has a preference for direct hiring and we will reach out to our PSL (Preferred Suppliers List) agencies if the role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If a speculative CV is sent, no fee will be applicable.
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